Tendon/ligament Powder
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Equine herbal/nutraceutical supplement for support of tendon and ligament healing and musculoskeletal health.
Equine nutraceutical supplement for connective tissue support. Provides substrate for collagen and glycosaminoglycan synthesis (glucosamine, MSM, silica). Mechanism: MSM provides bioavailable sulfur for structural protein crosslinking; glucosamine stimulates fibroblast proteoglycan synthesis; anti-inflammatory nutraceuticals support tissue repair.
Key information
Equine herbal supplement for musculoskeletal support. Store per label. Not a replacement for veterinary treatment.
How to Give this Medication
Oral supplement: mix into grain or feed per label. Administer daily. Store at room temperature; protect from light.
If a dose is missed
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you forget a day, simply resume the normal schedule the next day. Missing an occasional dose of this supplement is unlikely to cause harm.
Side Effects
Nutraceutical supplement: generally very well tolerated. GI: mild upset at very high doses. No significant adverse effects at recommended doses.
Precautions
For animals
Nutraceutical supplement — safe at labeled doses. Administer other oral medications 2 hrs apart if fiber content is high.
For people handling this medication
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Nutraceutical supplement — generally safe. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Overdose
Overdose with this supplement is unlikely to cause serious harm at slightly elevated doses, but contact your veterinarian if a large excess was given or if your animal shows any unusual signs.
Tendon/ligament Powder dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TENDON/LIGAMENT POWDER | — | Powder | 1 | Commercial |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Product labeling; Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)